Convert kilometer to centimeter
Please provide values below to convert kilometer [km] to centimeter [cm], or Convert centimeter to kilometer.
1 km = 100000 cm. To convert kilometer to centimeter, multiply the value by 100000; to go the other way, divide by it (1 cm = 1e-05 km). Both units measure length and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 km = 100000 cm
- 1 cm = 1e-05 km
- 10 km = 1000000 cm
- 100 km = 10000000 cm
How to Convert Kilometer to Centimeter
1 km = 100000 cm
Example: convert 15 km to cm:
15 km = 15 × 100000 cm = 1500000 cm
Kilometer to Centimeter Conversion Table
| kilometer | centimeter |
|---|---|
| 1 km | 100000 cm |
| 2 km | 200000 cm |
| 3 km | 300000 cm |
| 5 km | 500000 cm |
| 10 km | 1000000 cm |
| 20 km | 2000000 cm |
| 50 km | 5000000 cm |
| 100 km | 10000000 cm |
| 500 km | 50000000 cm |
| 1000 km | 100000000 cm |
Kilometer
A kilometer is a unit of length in the metric system, equal to one thousand meters.
History/Origin
The term "kilometer" is derived from the Greek words "khilioi" (thousand) and "metron" (measure). The kilometer was first defined as part of the metric system in France in 1795.
Current Use
The kilometer is the most widely used unit of distance for road signs and travel distances in the world, with the notable exceptions of the United States and the United Kingdom.
Centimeter
A centimeter is a unit of length in the metric system, equal to one-hundredth of a meter.
History/Origin
The prefix "centi-" comes from the Latin word "centum," meaning hundred. The centimeter was part of the original metric system established in France in 1795.
Current Use
The centimeter is a very common unit of measurement for everyday objects and is used in many fields, including science, engineering, and fashion.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 kilometer in centimeter?
1 kilometer (km) = 100000 centimeter (cm).
How do you convert kilometer to centimeter?
Multiply the kilometer value by 100000. For example, 25 km × 100000 = 2500000 cm.
What is 10 kilometer in centimeter?
10 km = 1000000 cm.
Which unit is larger, the kilometer or the centimeter?
The kilometer is the larger unit: 1 km = 100000 cm.